Lead Teacher (Chicago)

Lead Teacher (Chicago)TeacherJob Description:Lead TeacherLocation: Chicago, IL 60187, USAWorking Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PMAbout Us:Established in 1998, Alignstaffing recognized the challenges in the education system and sought to connect highly skilled and passionate educators with institutions in need. Specializing in comprehensive staffing solutions, we address the dynamic needs of educational settings in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania regions. Our unique approach, embodied in the SMRT System, efficiently meets our clients' urgent substitute teacher requirements. Alignstaffing remains unwavering in our commitment to excellence, ensuring that the educators we connect with institutions share our passion for transformative and impactful learning experiences.Position Overview: The Early Childhood Lead Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate instruction for children ages 3-5 in alignment with Head Start Performance Standards. This role promotes school readiness, family engagement, and compliance while maintaining a safe and nurturing classroom environment.Duties and Responsibilities:Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.Maintain classroom ratios, active supervision, and a safe learning environment.Collaborate with Family Support Workers, Program Aides, and Site Supervisors.Utilize Teaching Strategies Gold for documentation, assessment, and family communication.Conduct required screenings and home visits within designated timeframes.Ensure curriculum fidelity, including individualized accommodations (IEPs/IFSPs).Maintain accurate child and teacher documentation, including CACFP records if applicable.Support dual language learners through the Planned Language Approach.Participate in professional development and mandated trainings.Assist with recruitment efforts and annual program self-assessment.Ensure compliance with agency policies, procedures, and code of conduct.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Skills & Abilities:Strong classroom management and active supervision skills.Ability to support children's cognitive, literacy, and social-emotional development.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work effectively with diverse families and communities.Strong organizational and documentation skills.Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Education from an accredited college or university.OR Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education.Lead Teacher working with children ages 3-5: PEL or a Gateways ECE level 5 Credential while working towards receiving PEL.Lead Teacher working with children ages 0-3: Bachelor's with a Gateways IT Level 5 Credential.Benefits for Staffing Members:Weekly PayFlexible Shift Work Opportunities - Choose your schedule.W2 SecurityAn Equal Opportunity EmployerWe do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.Job DetailsCity : Chicago